This piece pairs an Emerald Green coating with Wissmach Thin Black Aerolite glass, whose finely pitted surface scatters the coating into a soft, broken sheen. The black base swallows transmitted light and throws the coating forward, so the green sits with deep contrast against the dark ground rather than washing out.
The Emerald Green dichroic holds a rich green at many angles, then cools and shifts as the light moves, and the Aerolite texture spreads that shift unevenly across the surface so it glints rather than reflects in one flat plane. The black base keeps the color saturated and vivid.
Results depend on the texture and your kiln, so test a small sample first.
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Specifications
- SKU: 177059
- Brand: CBS Dichroic
- Product type: CBS Dichroic solid color glass
- COE: COE96
- Base glass: Wissmach Thin Black Aerolite Glass
- Coating/color: Emerald Green
- Available sizes: 2"x4", 4"x4", Quarter Sheet, Full Sheet
- Category: COE96 > COE96 Dichroic Glass > COE96 CBS Dichroic Solid Color Glass
Working Notes
Firing Guidelines and Helpful Tips
Dichroic results vary by kiln, firing schedule, base glass, capping, layering, and coating orientation. These are guidelines, not guarantees. Follow the glass and coating manufacturer's guidance, and test a small piece first when the final look matters.
- Coating side orientation and clear capping can each change the final look, so test first when the result matters.
- Appearance may vary after firing, and the metallic color shift can read differently by viewing angle and lighting.
- Cut and handle the coated surface with care.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CBS Dichroic glass?
Dichroic glass is known for showing different colors depending on light and viewing angle. Ancient examples include the Roman Lycurgus Cup, whose color shift came from tiny gold and silver particles within the glass. Modern art dichroic glass uses a different thin-film coating approach: very thin metal or metal-oxide layers on the glass surface reflect some wavelengths of light while allowing others to pass through. CBS Dichroic glass applies this coating over a base glass, and the coating is on one side only.
What COE is this glass?
This is COE96.
What base glass is it on?
It is Wissmach Thin Black Aerolite Glass, coated by CBS Dichroic.
What sizes are available?
Available sizes: 2"x4", 4"x4", Quarter Sheet, Full Sheet.
Should I test before firing?
Yes. Dichroic results vary by kiln and setup, so test a small piece first when the final look matters.
Can I cap dichroic glass with clear glass?
Many artists cap dichroic glass with clear, and capping can change the final look. Test first to confirm the result you want.
